Assistant Boys Track Coach

Assistant Boys Track Coach Location: Senior High Job ID: 5744561 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: May 28, 2026 7:03 PM (UTC) Job Description Assistant Boys Track Coach for Southeast Polk Community School District Senior High School - Pleasant Hill, Iowa. Qualifications Coaching Authorization or Endorsement issued by the Iowa Department of Education. Demonstrated proficiency to perform specific assignment. Preference given to successful experience at assignment/level. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable. Reports to Activities Director Supervises Students, Assistants Position Goal To create an athletics program favorable to student learning and personal growth; to establish effective rapport with students, families, and collaborative peers; to guide all students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed for students to succeed in college, career, and civic life; to dedicate oneself to realizing the vision and mission of the district while conducting the work in accordance with the district core values. Performance Responsibilities Holds organizational meetings for team prospects and encourages potential athletes to participate in the sport. Assesses players' skills and assigns team positions. Develops a regular practice schedule and organizes practice time to provide both individual and team development. Works with the athletics director in scheduling facilities for practices and competition. Assigns duties to an assistant coach as necessary. Coaches and instructs players, individually or in groups, regarding the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport. Observes players during competition and practice to determine the needs for individual or team improvement. Determines game strategy based on the team's capabilities. Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior and provides proper supervision of athletes at all times. Monitors the academic performance of team members to ensure that eligibility requirements are met and encourages student athletes to maintain a high academic standard. Follows established procedures in the event of an athlete's injury. Conferences with parents/guardians as necessary regarding the athletic performance of their student. Follows state, regional, and district regulations governing the athletic program. Models sports-like behavior and maintains appropriate conduct towards players, officials, and spectators. Acts as a team representative and promotes the sport by communicating with the news media, booster clubs, service clubs, and other organizations. Follows established procedures for the proper care, maintenance, and requisitioning of equipment, supplies, and uniforms. Works with the athletic director to develop a policy for awards and submits a list of award winners at the end of the season. Participates in special activities to include parents' night, banquets, award nights, and pep assemblies. Maintains eligibility forms, emergency data cards, insurance records, equipment inventory, and other related records. Models nondiscriminatory practices in all activities. Attends staff development meetings, clinics, and other professional activities to improve coaching performance. Other duties as assigned. Position Evaluated by Activities Director Disclaimer The statements of this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel in this position. The district does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, and socioeconomic status. Equal Opportunity Employer All employers submitting a job opening for posting on the Teach Iowa system will not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age, physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, marital status, or status as a veteran. Contact Information Jacklyn Kretz 407 8th Street SE Altoona, Iowa 50009 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education